Review into short-term tourist accommodation
The government has launched a call for evidence on the benefits and challenges for consumers and tourism communities presented by the rise in short-term and holiday letting seen in England.
The scheme, proposed in a new government review looking at the impact of increases in short-term and holiday lets, could involve physical checks of premises to ensure regulations in areas including health and safety, noise and anti-social behaviour are obeyed. Further measures the government is considering include a registration ‘kitemark’ scheme with spot checks for compliance with rules on issues such as gas safety, a self-certification scheme for hosts to register with before they can operate, and better information or a single source of guidance setting out the legal requirements for providers.
The government wants to hear the views of all parties, including councils, hosts, online platforms and accommodation businesses. The review will inform the development of policy options, which the government intends to consult on later in 2022.
The consultation closes at 11:45pm on 21 September.
Announcement:
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-launches-review-into-short-term-tourist-accommodation
Consultation:
https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/developing-a-tourist-accommodation-registration-scheme-in-england